HGV Chargehand Technician

Biffa plc; Fleet; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HGV Chargehand Technician, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles and waste management equipment. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation while developing your technical skills. With over 100 years of history, this established industry player values diversity and promotes a creative working atmosphere. Enjoy competitive pay, extensive training opportunities, and a range of perks designed to enhance your work-life balance. If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Wellbeing scheme

21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Biffa Perkz discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Eco Drive scheme

Staff discount at The Company Shop

Competitive pay rates

Training opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Fully skilled with a level 3 HGV/PSV qualification.
• Technician level experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles and waste management equipment.
• Conduct scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections.

Skills

HGV/PSV qualification

City and Guilds Qualification

NVQ Qualification

Driving License

HGV License

IRTEC Qualification

Education

Level 3 HGV/PSV apprenticeship

Job description

HGV Chargehand Technician

Biffa Waste - Cullham Depot
Salary: £21.35p/h
Shift Pattern – 6.00 to 19:30 / 08:00 - 17:30 - Overtime & Call Out Available

Have you seen our “Big Red Trucks”? With over 100 years of history, Biffa’s iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar feature across the UK. Do you want to be part of the team which keeps all this running?

You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and waste management handling equipment to meet health and safety legislation and DVSA requirements.

You will also carry out scheduled preventative service and maintenance inspections to meet Biffa’s operator’s licence commitments. Our fleet ranges from light commercial vans all the way up to 44t articulated specialist assets, providing a diverse fleet that offers plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your existing technical knowledge.

At Biffa, we believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. It’s why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.

Minimum Requirements:

• Fully skilled having achieved a full level 3 HGV / PSV apprentice qualification/City and Guilds Qualification/NVQ Qualification.
• Technician level.
• Must have a minimum of a car/van driving licence.
• HGV licence desirable.
• IRTEC Qualification desirable.

Here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa:

• Wellbeing scheme for you and your family.
• 21 days Holiday + Bank Holidays and travel discounts on hotels and flights.
• Biffa Perkz – Discounts on everything from day-to-day items and entertainment to large purchases at many retail outlets and holiday bargains.
• Cycle2Work scheme which includes insurance, bike discount, and lifetime safety checks.
• Entry to our Eco Drive scheme which offers employees the chance to lease a fully electric or hybrid-electric car.
• As part of the Biffa group, you will be able to apply for staff discount at The Company Shop retailer, giving additional savings on discounted food products and groceries.
• Competitive rates of pay and fantastic training opportunities for progression because when you grow, we grow.